Maine § 1661. - Deception as to price prohibited
Full text of Maine Maine Revised Statutes § 1661. — Deception as to price prohibited, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 1661.. Deception as to price prohibited
Every retail dealer in internal combustion engine fuel advertising the price of such engine fuel on any sign shall include in the price shown on such sign all taxes imposed with respect to the manufacture or sale of the motor fuel offered for sale, and every such sign shall either contain a statement of the taxes included in said price, or, without specifying the amount thereof, shall state that such taxes are included in said price. All figures, including fractions, upon said signs, other than figures and fractions used in any price computing mechanism constituting a part of any pump or dispensing device, shall be of the same size.
Source: official Maine text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Maine § 1661.
What does Maine Revised Statutes § 1661. cover?
Section 1661. ("Deception as to price prohibited") is part of the Maine Revised Statutes, the codified statutory law of Maine. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Maine § 1661.?
A common citation format is "Maine Revised Statutes § 1661." (Maine). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Maine law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Maine official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Maine attorney.
How does Maine § 1661. apply to my situation?
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